Vintage 1960s Granat Turnov Bohemian Garnet 900 Silver Gold-Washed Cluster Screw Back Earrings

These stunning earrings, crafted in the 1960s from 900 silver with a yellow gold wash, feature 68 rose-cut pyrope garnets from Czechoslovakia's hills. The open-back setting allows sunlight to pass through the stones, making them sparkle and glow. The cluster motif, popular during the Georgian and Victorian eras, adds charm and style to these earrings. They are perfect for any occasion or a January birthday!

Bohemian garnets originated from the hills of Bohemia in Czechoslovakia and were highly sought after by the European upper class from the 1820s to the 1920s. 

To learn more about Bohemian garnets, read our blog post here.

The earrings are in excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear. The metal surface shows some wear, mainly on the backs, which are not visible when worn. There are small areas of patina that can be polished upon request. The posts are stamped 900 (90% silver), G2 (Granat Turnov hallmark), and a hare's head (Czech silver). 

The earrings measure 5/8" tall and wide and weigh 5.56 grams. The box is for display only.